Welcome to 481 McQuillan Drive in Wilmington. This spacious home offers a great floor plan, plenty of flexibility, a private backyard with a saltwater pool, and no HOA.
The kitchen opens directly to the dining and living areas, making the main living space great for entertaining or spending time with family. The hardwood floors have recently been refinished, and the kitchen features quartz countertops and refreshed cabinetry. Vaulted ceilings in the main living area give the space an open and comfortable feel.
The floor plan includes a first floor suite along with an upstairs bonus room that can be used as an office, playroom, guest space, or additional living area. A new roof and HVAC system were installed in 2022.
Out back, the large screened deck overlooks the saltwater pool and provides plenty of space to relax, entertain, or enjoy the warmer months. The backyard offers a private setting with room to enjoy both the covered and outdoor spaces.
With no HOA and a convenient Wilmington location close to shopping, dining, beaches, and other area amenities, 481 McQuillan Drive has a lot to offer. Schedule your showing today.
For sale
$889,000
481 Mcquillan Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412
5beds
3,530sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
0.54 Acres Lot
$858,000 Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
First floor suiteGreat floor planQuartz countertopsRefreshed cabinetrySpacious home
- 16 days |
- 861 |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeremiah Barnett 910-777-2200,
Keller Williams Innovate-Wilmington
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100595047
Originating MLS: Cape Fear Realtors MLS, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Living Room, Office, Dining Room, Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
Features
- Master Downstairs, Walk-in Closet(s), Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,530
- Total interior livable area: 3,530 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: R08100006100000
- Zoning: R-15
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Composition, Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: River Oaks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $677,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,562
- Date on market: 8/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$858,000
Estimated sales range
$815,000 - $901,000
Rent Zestimate®
$4,833/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $889,000+6%$252/sqft |
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| 1/26/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $839,000+6.9%$238/sqft |
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| 8/26/2022 | Sold | $785,000+0.6%$222/sqft |
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| 7/29/2022 | Pending sale | $780,000$221/sqft |
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| 7/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $780,000+64.2%$221/sqft |
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| 3/23/2020 | Sold | $475,000-1%$135/sqft |
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| 2/27/2020 | Pending sale | $479,900$136/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #100202528 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2020 | Listed for sale | $479,900+10.3%$136/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #100202528 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2018 | Listing removed | $434,900$123/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100062543 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2018 | Price change | $434,900-1.1%$123/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100062543 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2018 | Price change | $439,900-2.2%$125/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100062543 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2017 | Listed for sale | $450,000-2.7%$127/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage #100062543 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2008 | Sold | $462,500-3.6%$131/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2008 | Listed for sale | $479,900-3.4%$136/sqft |
Source: Point2 #389682 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2006 | Sold | $497,000$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,636 -1% | $677,000 +36.6% |
| 2024 | $2,663 +0.2% | $495,500 |
| 2023 | $2,657 -0.9% | $495,500 |
| 2022 | $2,682 -1.6% | $495,500 |
| 2021 | $2,725 +5.1% | $495,500 +20.9% |
| 2020 | $2,592 | $409,800 |
| 2019 | $2,592 | $409,800 |
| 2018 | $2,592 | $409,800 |
| 2017 | $2,592 -3.5% | $409,800 +5.8% |
| 2016 | $2,685 +7.6% | $387,400 |
| 2015 | $2,495 +1.7% | $387,400 |
| 2014 | $2,452 | $387,400 +4.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $371,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $371,800 -17% |
| 2011 | -- | $448,138 |
| 2010 | -- | $448,138 |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
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Neighborhood: 28412
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Edwin A. Anderson ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Charles P Murray MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Eugene Ashley HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Anderson
- Middle: Murray
- High: Ashley
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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